I agree with @Francesca1504 about trying to get another one. As suggested I would send pics to CS to find out if these slits/cuts are defective or intentional as there seems to be some inconsistencies regarding this. The old style PAs definitely don’t have these. I don’t know if the PA DA has them. Anyone who has bought a DA recently maybe to shed light on this.
Thank you @bigverne28 . I really value your opinion in this matter. I'm going to return it guys.